According to the Evening Standard, Benteke is desperate for an Anfield switch, but is unsure whether Liverpool will meet his £32.5m buyout clause.

It's believed the Belgian will reject Tottenham's advances - even if a fee is agreed between the two clubs.

Benteke alerted clubs to his availability in early June when away on international duty, he told Sky Sports News HQ: "My agent knows my ambition. I want to play in the Champions League. That's a dream and my ambition."